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#1778 of 4,742 schools in NY

Top 38% in state

PS 100 Coney Island School (the)

Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #21

2951 W 3RD ST, Brooklyn, NY 11224

Enrollment

603

Student-Teacher

14:1

Score

6.9

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#1,778 of 4,742

In Brooklyn

#224 of 570

public schools

In district

#18 of 40

NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #21

Equity

8.4 / 10

Excellent

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PS 100 Coney Island School (the)

6.9/10

Elementary School in Brooklyn · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About PS 100 Coney Island School (the)

PS 100 Coney Island School (the) is a public elementary school in Brooklyn, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #21. PS 100 Coney Island School (the) serves approximately 603 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 100 Coney Island School (the) has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,778 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for PS 100 Coney Island School (the) show 70% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 69% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.0 pts above district
  • This school 6.9 · Average
  • District avg 5.9
  • NY avg 5.9

What Parents Should Know

42% of students at PS 100 Coney Island School (the) were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.1Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-0.84 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendStable
Academics8.3Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency59.7% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency68.2% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg+6.2 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+7.3 pts
Overall Proficiency64% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)48% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+16.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile74th
Resources & Environment4.2Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14:1
Chronic Absenteeism41.8%

PS 100 Coney Island School (the) — Students at PS 100 Coney Island School (the) score 64% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 48%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

61.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 70.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
48.1% (2021 NYSED)
ELA Proficiency 69.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
57.0% (2021 NYSED)

Based on 34 test records from NY state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
97%
ELA
83%
2010
Math
82%
ELA
69%
2011
Math
84%
ELA
73%
2012
Math
55%
ELA
52%
2013
Math
67%
ELA
61%
2014
Math
68%
ELA
55%
2015
Math
68%
ELA
74%
2016
Math
70%
ELA
66%
2017
Math
67%
ELA
72%
2018
Math
70%
ELA
64%
2019
Math
70%
ELA
64%
2020*
Math
67%
ELA
77%
2021*
Math
67.5%
ELA
75%
2022
Math
59.7%
ELA
68.2%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.1/10.

How PS 100 Coney Island School (the) Compares

See how PS 100 Coney Island School (the) performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.9/10
63th percentile in NY
Academic
8.3/10
Excellent
Growth
7.1/10
Very Good
Environment
4.2/10
Below Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
61%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
43 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
41.8%

Location

2951 W 3RD ST, Brooklyn, NY 11224

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering PS 100 Coney Island School (the) may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PS 253 (rated 8.4/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is PS 209 MARGARET MEAD (rated 6.7/10, 0.8 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, PS 212 LADY DEBORAH MOODY (rated 6.6/10, 1.0 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Brooklyn, see our Brooklyn schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.0 mi
School Distance Rating
PS 370 Brooklyn 0.1 mi 4.5
IS 303 HERBERT S EISENBERG Brooklyn 0.3 mi 5.7
CONEY ISLAND PREPARATORY PUBLIC CHARTER SCHOOL Brooklyn 0.3 mi 5.8
RACHEL CARSON HIGH SCHOOL FOR COASTAL STUDIES Brooklyn 0.4 mi 7.9
ABRAHAM LINCOLN HIGH SCHOOL Brooklyn 0.4 mi 7.0
PS 253 Brooklyn 0.5 mi 8.4
PS 90 EDNA COHEN SCHOOL Brooklyn 0.5 mi 5.5
WILLIAM E GRADY CAREER AND TECHNICAL EDUCATION HIGH SCHOOL Brooklyn 0.5 mi 6.1
YESHIVAT MAGEN ABRAHAM Brooklyn 0.7 mi 6.5
PS 209 MARGARET MEAD Brooklyn 0.8 mi 6.7
PS 216 ARTURO TOSCANINI Brooklyn 0.9 mi 5.8
AHI EZER YESHIVA SCHOOL Brooklyn 0.9 mi 5.8
PS 721 BROOKLYN OCCUPATIONAL TRAINING CENTER Brooklyn 0.9 mi 4.0
JOHN DEWEY HIGH SCHOOL Brooklyn 0.9 mi 7.1
PS 771 Brooklyn 0.8 mi 3.8
PS 225 EILEEN E ZAGLIN (THE) Brooklyn 0.8 mi 5.7
LIBERATION DIPLOMA PLUS Brooklyn 0.8 mi 5.4
OUR LADY OF GRACE CATHOLIC ACADEMY Brooklyn 1.1 mi 6.4
SHULAMITH SCHOOL FOR GIRLS OF BROOKLYN Brooklyn 0.9 mi 5.9
PS 212 LADY DEBORAH MOODY Brooklyn 1.0 mi 6.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 11224 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$41,449

Median Home Value

$512,900

Median Rent

$905/mo

Population

48,469

College Educated

33.5%

Homeownership

28.3%

Avg Commute

47.7 min

Poverty Rate

28.2%

Median Age

47.6

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about PS 100 Coney Island School (the)

What grades does PS 100 Coney Island School (the) serve?

PS 100 Coney Island School (the) serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend PS 100 Coney Island School (the)?

PS 100 Coney Island School (the) has an enrollment of approximately 603 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 100 Coney Island School (the)?

The student-teacher ratio at PS 100 Coney Island School (the) is 14:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does PS 100 Coney Island School (the) rank in NY?

PS 100 Coney Island School (the) ranks #1,778 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is PS 100 Coney Island School (the)'s MySchoolScout rating?

PS 100 Coney Island School (the) has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at PS 100 Coney Island School (the)?

Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 100 Coney Island School (the) has 70% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 69% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is PS 100 Coney Island School (the) a charter school?

No, PS 100 Coney Island School (the) is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is PS 100 Coney Island School (the) a Title I school?

No, PS 100 Coney Island School (the) is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 100 Coney Island School (the)?

61.4% of students at PS 100 Coney Island School (the) qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
92 Walker's Paradise
Transit Score
100 Rider’s Paradise
Bike Score
77 Very Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
603
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
Teachers (FTE)
43
Free/Reduced Lunch
61.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Kings County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
41.8%

District

NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #21
District Enrollment
34,525
Schools in District
40
District Rank
#18 of 40

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